Agua Caliente Casinos Announces Dan Van Ness As Entertainment Director

Agua Caliente Casinos today announced the appointment of Dan Van Ness as Director of Entertainment. Van Ness will oversee all entertainment operations across the company’s three properties in Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, and Cathedral City. Van Ness brings more than 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry, spanning roles in talent buying, production management and venue operations. He will report directly to Pearl Aguinaldo, VP of marketing, and Saverio R. Scheri III, chief operating officer of Agua Caliente Casinos. His appointment is effective immediately.

Van Ness previously served as entertainment tech production manager, where he was responsible for managing entertainment production across all three properties. His leadership and expertise in the entertainment sector were integral in elevating the guest experience, and his promotion marks a new chapter in the company’s commitment to delivering world-class entertainment to its visitors.

“I am honored to take on this new role at Agua Caliente Casinos,” said Van Ness. “These venues have built a strong reputation for delivering first-class entertainment, and I look forward to working with our team to continue providing unforgettable experiences for both guests and artists.”

Originally from North Dakota, Van Ness has spent over two decades in the Las Vegas entertainment market, holding key roles at Station Casinos, Treasure Island, and Westgate Las Vegas. In 2008, Van Ness took a brief hiatus from the entertainment industry to attend Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, earning his law degree in 2012. He later returned to Las Vegas in 2013, resuming his career with Station Casinos and Westgate Las Vegas prior to accepting a position with Agua Caliente Casinos in early 2024.